Upcoming Workshops!
Upcoming Workshops
Past Events
Alpine Learning Group North Building
777 Paramus Rd Paramus, NJ
"Preparing for Adulthood. It's Never Too Early or Too Late."
Join us for an evening of comprehensive workshops. Learn how to plan effectively for life before, during, and beyond the transition, with expert insights on crucial topics, SSI, Guardianship, Financial Planning, and the NJCAT assessment.
Workshops will begin promptly at 6:30pm. Topics will repeat at 7:30pm allowing participants to attend 2 topics of interest.
“Do I Really Need A Special Needs Trust?
Preparation Now Can Avoid Costly Mistakes &
Preserve Future Benefits.”
Presented by: Harold Grodberg, Esq Parles Rekem, LLP Jill VanNostrand, Michael Digirolamo of Certified Financial Services.
Who should attend?
All ages - Families with special needs loved ones.
What you’ll learn:
- Special Needs Trust, ABLE Accounts, Why you need both.
- Options for Funding A Special Needs Trust.
- Using SSI Benefits.
- Preserving Health Insurance Coverage in adulthood.
“Social Security Benefits &Your Special Needs Adult.”
Presented by: Matthew Cantwell, Esq Comerford Law Offices
Who should attend? Families with loved ones nearing age 18 or have been denied for SSI.
What you’ll learn:
- How SSI identifies a permanent disability.
- Evidence of disability. What do I include with the application?
- SSI Application Process from start to finish
- Benefits Denied, How to appeal a decision.
- The $2000 Rule. Avoiding financial missteps.
- Your SSI retirement benefits, How will this affect my adult child.
“Understanding The NJCAT & DDD Services. What to Expect & How to Be Prepared.” Presented by: Jodi Price & Michael Elchoness Your Choice Home Care.
Who should attend?
Caregivers with adults interested in DDD Services
What you’ll learn:
- Transitioning from the IEP to ISP
- NJCAT Assessment - What Role Does it Play?
- What to ask when choosing a Service Provider.
- Special break out session - Grab your pencils! We'll help you complete a sample NJCAT.
A Very Special Thank You to Our Hosts.
Alpine Learning Group
Thank You to Our Past Presenters
